Lead Construction Estimator — Drives $25M+ Bids (Tampa)

Vaco; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Vaco by Highspring is seeking a Construction Estimator in Tampa, FL to lead small to midsize estimates and support larger pursuits. You will work with project teams, trade partners, and suppliers to validate requirements and drive competitive tenders.

We value strong estimating knowledge, practical construction experience, and the ability to identify risks and opportunities while mentoring junior staff and ensuring successful turnover to the project team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least four years of progressive construction cost-estimating experience.
• Approximately six months of on-site construction experience is preferred.
• Successful experience leading pursuits valued up to $25 million.
• Strong general construction knowledge, including drawings, specifications, materials, methods, and procedures.
• Working knowledge of bid preparation, quantity takeoff procedures, trade-partner procurement, pricing, general expenses, and bid-closing processes.
• Familiarity with Hard Bid, GMP, Unit price, Design-build, Target price, Cost-reimbursable projects.
• Ability to identify relevant market conditions, business trends, cost considerations, and competitive factors.
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills with trade partners and suppliers.
• Working knowledge of estimating software and advanced Microsoft Office proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Lead small to midsize estimates or components of larger estimates.
• Review bid documents, contract documents, drawings, and specifications to validate project requirements.
• Complete detailed quantity takeoffs for labor, equipment, and materials.
• Support pursuit planning with tender forms, RFIs, and proposal scheduling.
• Identify risks and opportunities related to project requirements, terms, site conditions, schedules, and market constraints.
• Organize, document, and archive estimating information for turnover to the project team.
• Complete bid-day assignments and support closing of multiple scopes.
• Solicit and evaluate competitive pricing from trade partners and suppliers.
• Develop and maintain relationships with estimating leaders, bid teams, and suppliers.
• Establish critical-path schedules for estimates and pursuits.
• Provide mentoring to junior team members or indirect reports.

Skills

Estimating software

Construction knowledge

Communication

Bid coordination

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree or related discipline

On-site construction experience

Equiv. education & experience

Tools

MS Excel

MS Office

Job description

Vaco by Highspring is seeking a Construction Estimator in Tampa, FL to lead small to midsize estimates and support larger pursuits. You will work with project teams, trade partners, and suppliers to validate requirements and drive competitive tenders.

We value strong estimating knowledge, practical construction experience, and the ability to identify risks and opportunities while mentoring junior staff and ensuring successful turnover to the project team.